Being Pursued By Ex-husband novel Chapter 435

Chapter 435 Make A Bet

That night, Sophia studied her reflection in the mirror, asking, "So, this is the surprise you were talking about?"

Just then, Katherine walked out in an identical long dress but of a different color. "It's for besties! Aren't you surprised?"

Sophia peered at Katherine, clicking her tongue. "I am. Black and white, eh?"

"Let's go! Getting properly dressed is a must in the city known for gambling."

Although Sophia had no objections to that statement, she asked, "Does Joshua know about this?"

Her question was greeted with silence.

After all, Sophia asked the very question Katherine did not want to hear.

Katherine had her eyes on the dresses when she was in Pillere to watch a fashion show. That was when she told Jonice to order the two dresses.

The dresses were of similar designs and were inlaid with sparkling diamonds. Not only that, the slim-fitting dresses had a crossover neckline, an off-shoulder design, and a large slit, making the two women's figures flattering when they stood, but they were not too revealing.

However, their legs would be exposed through the slits when they walked.

Katherine would never go out in that on her own.

The moment Katherine saw the two models wearing the dresses during the fashion show, she instantly pictured Sophia and her wearing them together.

Alas, there were too many paparazzi in their country. Thus, Katherine did not dare to wear it for fear of trending again once her picture was taken.

Nonetheless, things were different in other countries, and there were fewer people in a casino. It was not too pompous for them to dress a little nicer.

In fact, it was the perfect opportunity for them to go out in those dresses. After all, Katherine had bought them. She did not want them to go to waste sitting in the wardrobe.

Katherine would never allow that to happen.

Pulling at the hem, Katherine arched her brows gleefully. "This is a matching outfit for besties. I'm not the only one wearing it."

Sophia could not help but click her tongue. "So, you're using me as a shield, eh?"

"No way. I just figured this dress suits you. Look, Soph. You look like an elegant princess!"

Sophia checked herself out in the mirror and laughed. "Am I not usually elegant?"

Abruptly, Katherine was at a loss for words. "It's not that... You're usually elegant, but not alluring enough."

Right when she finished her sentence, a knock sounded on the door.

"That must be Josh. I'll go get the door."

With that, Katherine dashed off.

Sophia chuckled as she watched her scurry away. At the same time, she grabbed the shawl on the couch and draped it over herself.

Guilt bubbled within Katherine only when she arrived at the door. Hence, she quickly gave the collar a little upward tug. Although it was a crossover neckline, it was extremely tight around her chest. That was why Katherine felt a little guilty, especially when Joshua was a reserved person.

She adjusted the dress a little before opening the door. "Hey, you're here."

The look in Joshua's gaze shifted when he saw Katherine's dress. "Aren't you cold?"

Lightspring had typical subtropical weather. The weather in April varied drastically between daytime and nighttime. It could go over twenty degrees Celsius during the day and below ten degrees Celsius during the night.

"Nope. There's air-conditioning in here, and a heater in the car. I won't—"

Katherine paused halfway as she was beginning to feel uncomfortable under his stare. "I-I guess it's a little cold. I'd better put on a coat."

She dashed off to grab her coat immediately after she finished her sentence.

To Katherine's surprise, Sophia had gotten the coat ready. When she saw Katherine returning, the former instantly tossed her the coat.

Katherine looked a little disappointed as she accepted the coat.

After all, Katherine was looking forward to making a grand entrance with Sophia in their matching outfit. And now, her hopes were shattered.

Sophia glanced at Katherine and gave the latter a nudge. "Ms. Famous, are we still going to the casino?"

"Of course! Let's go!"

Sophia had been working day and night for the past six months. Now that Katherine finally had the chance to bring the former out, she naturally would not let Sophia go back so easily.

Although Sophia looked fine since Alexander's disappearance, she had been on endless business trips for the past six months.

Back then, she was never involved in Odyssey and Sunshine Group. Yet, she currently had to take care of every little matter herself.

Katherine had no idea how it felt to be truly swamped with work until she learned Sophia was always in a meeting or at work whenever she asked the latter out.

Surprisingly, both Katherine and Sophia had not met up in person for almost four months.

If Sophia had not had a business discussion in Lightspring, they might not have met for six whole months.

Of course, Katherine was well aware of the reason behind Sophia's hectic schedule.

Humans tended to overthink when they were unoccupied. Moreover, there were no traces of Alexander even after six months.

Worried Sophia might change her mind, Katherine quickly took the former's hand and walked out.